BY ABU-SATAR HAMED IBADAN, OYO STATE, NIGERIA – The Craig family in Ibadan dispatched a delegation to Abeokuta after an elderly man, who identified himself as Mr. Adegoke Craig, was seen in a viral video wandering the streets of the city. The delegates located the man under the Mortuary Bridge …
Read More »Dangote Cement Trains Commercial Motorcyclists on Blind Spots In Ember Month Safety Campaign (+photos)
BY ABU-SATAR HAMED ILARO-YEWA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – Thursday, December 4, 2025: Dangote Cement, Ibese Plant, has reaffirmed its dedication to the safety of its host communities by organizing a comprehensive training for commercial motorcyclists on blind-spot awareness and general road safety, particularly during the Ember Months. The sensitization programme, …
Read More »CBN Introduces New Fraud-Refund Framework, Mandates Banks To Reimburse Victims Within 16 Working Days
BY ABU-SATAR HAMED ABUJA, NIGERIA – The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has unveiled a new framework aimed at curbing the rising wave of fraud within the country’s financial sector. Under the draft guidelines, customers must report fraudulent transactions within 72 hours, while banks and fintechs are now obligated to …
Read More »Ogun Govt Denies Stopping Senator Gbenga Daniel’s Projects Out Of Spite
ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Ogun State Government has dismissed claims that it halted constituency projects initiated by Senator Gbenga Daniel of Ogun East out of political hostility, insisting that the affected projects were stopped solely because they failed to meet required standards. In a statement issued on Monday, …
Read More »Delta State Police Command Marks 70 Years Of Women In Nigeria Police Force With 5km Walkathon Against Gender-Based Violence
BY ABU-SATAR HAMED ASABA, DELTA STATE, NIGERIA – The Delta State Police Command, under the leadership of the Commissioner of Police, Delta State Command, CP Olufemi Abaniwonda, on Tuesday, December 3, 2025, joined the nationwide commemoration of 70 Years of Nigerian Women in the Police Force with a symbolic 5km …
Read More »Ogun Budgets ₦1.668trn For 2026, 63 Percent Increase From 2025 Budget
ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Ogun State Government has proposed a total expenditure of ₦1,668,997,993,125.44 for the 2026 fiscal year – a 63 percent increase from the 2025 budget of ₦1.054 trillion. Presenting the Appropriation Bill, tagged “Budget of Sustainable Legacy,” before members of the State House of Assembly …
Read More »Elumelu Gifts N1m, Pledges Support For Young Singer Who Stole Show At Heirs Insurance Travel Festival (+photos)
BY ABU-SATAR HAMED LAGOS, NIGERIA – The Chairman of United Bank for Africa (UBA) and Heirs Holdings, Mr. Tony Elumelu, has promised to support a young man in his music career after being moved by his exceptional performance at the Heirs Insurance Travel Festival. The budding artiste, Tobi Godsent, captivated …
Read More »I Can’t Imagine Life Without You – Bimbo Ademoye Pens Heartfelt Message To Fans
LAGOS, NIGERIA – Popular Nollywood actress and YouTube film producer, Bimbo Ademoye, has poured out her heartfelt appreciation to her fans, acknowledging their unwavering love and support. Sharing her message on Instagram, the actress reflected on how she never knew what life with a loyal fanbase would feel like – …
Read More »Prof. Nimi Wariboko Denies Statement Attributed To Him By Abuja Newspaper, Demands Immediate Retraction
BOSTON, MA, USA – Professor of Social Ethics and Director of the African Studies Center at Boston University, Prof. Nimi Wariboko (Walter G. Muelder Chair), has firmly denied a report published on November 2, 2025, by Abuja-based newspaper “The North Journals”, which he says “falsely attributed a statement to me.” …
Read More »Oba Olugbenle Honours Late Omooba Adedeji Adewale Son’s Traditional Wedding With His Presence
LAGOS, NIGERIA – The Olu of Ilaro and Paramount Ruler of Yewaland, Oba (Dr.) Kehinde Gbadewole Olugbenle MFR, Asade Agunloye IV, took time out of his demanding schedule to attend the traditional wedding ceremony of Mr. Adeboye Adebiyi Adewale, son of the late Omooba Adedeji Adesanya Adewale. The groom exchanged …
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